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Ultimate Berlin and Vienna

Berlin to Vienna by first-class train, three nights each city

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Railbookers runs this 7-day independent rail vacation between Berlin and Vienna, with a Rail Expert available to help arrange the details. The trip opens with three nights in Berlin, where a 3-day Berlin Pass gives free entry to over 50 attractions, from the Berliner Dom to the Pergamon Museum and the Checkpoint Charlie Museum, alongside a self-guided walk to the Brandenburg Gate and the East Side Gallery. On day four, travellers check out and board a first-class Deutsche Bahn ICE train direct from Berlin's Hauptbahnhof to Vienna. The second half of the trip uses a 2-day Vienna Pass covering more than 60 attractions, including Schönbrunn Palace, the Danube Tower, and the House of Music, plus time to see the Hofburg Palace and St. Stephan's Cathedral along the Ringstrasse. Because it pairs a single direct rail journey with generous city-pass access in both capitals, it suits independent travellers and history lovers who want a simple two-city structure without a group guide.

What to know before you look closer

  • Railbookers lists 12 accommodation options across Berlin and Vienna; the specific hotel depends on which tier and city option you choose when booking.
  • The included list covers rail, hotels with breakfast, and the two city passes; it does not mention meals beyond breakfast or local transport within each city.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Berlin

    Your Journey Begins in Berlin

    Upon arrival in Berlin, check in at your hotel for a three-night stay and begin discovering this historically significant city.

  2. Day 2overnight: Berlin

    Berlin

    After breakfast this morning, explore Berlin using your Berlin Pass! The pass gives you free entry to your choice of over 50 attractions including the Berliner Dom, Pergamon Museum, Checkpoint Charlie Museum and many more.

  3. Day 3overnight: Berlin

    Berlin

    Continue to discover Berlin at your own pace, being sure to visit the vibrant fragments of the Berlin Wall at the East Side Gallery and the exquisite architecture of the Brandenburg Gate.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Vienna

    Berlin to Vienna

    Check out of your hotel after breakfast and make your way to Berlin's magnificent Hauptbahnhof station. Catch the train directly to Vienna, travelling in first class comfort. Set out to discover the Austrian capital, famous for its opulent Opera House and grandiose architecture.

  5. Day 5railovernight: Vienna

    Vienna

    Spend a full day at leisure in Vienna! Your Vienna Pass will give you access to over 60 attractions across the city, including the Danube Tower, House of Music, Schonbrunn Palace and Schonbrunner Panorama Train, or visit the famous Tiergarten Schonbrunn (Vienna Zoo).

  6. Day 6overnight: Vienna

    Vienna

    After breakfast this morning, spend another day exploring Austria's imperial capital city. Other iconic Viennese attractions include the Ringstrasse, the Sacher cafe, the Spanish Riding School, the Hofburg Palace and St. Stephan's Cathedral.

  7. Day 7rail

    Depart Vienna

    Check out of your hotel this morning and continue with your travels. Should you wish to add additional stops to your journey, one of our Rail Experts can help you with all the details.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2Use the 3-day Berlin Pass for free entry to over 50 attractions, including the Berliner Dom, the Pergamon Museum, and the Checkpoint Charlie Museum.
  • Day 4Board Deutsche Bahn's ICE train in first class from Berlin's Hauptbahnhof for the direct run to Vienna.
  • Day 5The 2-day Vienna Pass grants access to over 60 attractions, including the Danube Tower, the House of Music, and Schönbrunn Palace.
  • Day 6Visit Vienna's Hofburg Palace, the Spanish Riding School, and St. Stephan's Cathedral along the Ringstrasse.

Included

  • First class rail between Berlin and Vienna
  • 3 nights' hotel stay with breakfast in Berlin
  • 3 nights' hotel stay with breakfast in Vienna
  • 3-day Berlin Pass
  • 2-day Vienna Pass

Questions travellers ask

Is the train travel included?
Yes, a first-class Deutsche Bahn ICE train from Berlin to Vienna is included.
Is this trip escorted or independent?
Independent. Railbookers packages this as a self-guided rail vacation with a Rail Expert available to help arrange details.
How many nights are spent in each city?
3 nights in Berlin and 3 nights in Vienna.
What do the city passes include?
The 3-day Berlin Pass covers over 50 attractions such as the Berliner Dom and the Pergamon Museum; the 2-day Vienna Pass covers over 60 attractions including Schönbrunn Palace.
What is the starting price?
$939 USD, or about $134 per day.

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